Sentences with phrase «endothelial dystrophy»
In these breeds, the condition is referred to as endothelial dystrophy.
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Purpose of Study: Corneal endothelial dystrophy (CED) is a devastating disease in dogs that can result in blindness and severe ocular pain from secondary complications.
Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy in Boston Terriers, German Shorthaired Pointers and German Wirehaired Pointers
Title: Phenotype and Genotype of Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy in Boston Terriers, German Shorthaired Pointers and German Wirehaired Pointers
Boston Terriers, German Shorthaired Pointers and German Wirehaired Pointers with Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy
Initial Evaluation for Participation: Dogs must receive a diagnosis by a veterinary ophthalmologist for corneal endothelial dystrophy.
A new genetic cause of an autosomal - dominant corneal endothelial dystrophy has been discovered in a study led by University College London scientists.
July 13, 2016 Simple procedure could improve treatment for common eye disease: Rejuvenating the cornea could reduce the need for cornea transplants A new, minimally invasive procedure appears to be effective for many patients with Fuchs endothelial dystrophy (FED), a common eye disease, without the potential side effects and cost of the current standard of care, a cornea transplant.
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One highly heritable disease, Fuchs endothelial corneal dystrophy, causes painful corneal swelling and blurred vision.
An international study of more than 5,417 people helps pinpoint the genetic risk factors associated with Fuchs endothelial corneal dystrophy, the most common disorder requiring corneal transplantation.
«In most individuals with Fuchs Endothelial Corneal Dystrophy (FECD) the cause of the disease is unknown.
Researchers discovered three novel genetic mutations associated with Fuchs endothelial corneal dystrophy, the most common corneal disorder requiring transplantation.
Researchers from Massachusetts Eye and Ear have, for the first time, identified rapidly proliferating cells (known as «neural crest - derived progenitor cells») in the corneal endothelium of specimens from normal corneas and from corneas with Fuchs» Endothelial Corneal Dystrophy (FECD), a condition in which the cells responsible for keeping the cornea clear die prematurely — often leading to blindness.